Inside Jo Simpson’s keynote: why profit is not a dirty word in modern beauty businesses.
Jo Simpson, Profit Strategist, accountant, accredited Profit First Professional and multiple business owner, has been announced as a keynote speaker at the Glasgow Regional Growth Summit 2026.
Taking place on 27 April at The Briggait in Glasgow, the summit will bring together beauty and wellness professionals for a day of insight, strategy and business growth.
Who is Jo Simpson?
With over two decades of experience supporting entrepreneurs, Simpson has helped hundreds of business owners build profitable, sustainable companies.
Since 2002, she has combined strategic financial expertise with real-world business experience, empowering founders to overcome money fears, step confidently into their CEO role and lead with clarity and purpose.
Alongside her online work, Simpson runs a successful accountancy and bookkeeping practice, supporting ambitious business owners across the UK. Her specialist team works with online, retail and service-based businesses, with a particularly strong presence in the beauty industry.
From salon owners and advanced skin specialists to beauty entrepreneurs, Simpson understands the realities of modern beauty businesses - from treatment-based income and team structures to product sales, pricing and recurring revenue models.
What will Jo Simpson cover?
At the Glasgow Regional Growth Summit 2026, Simpson will present her keynote session, Profit is Not a Dirty Word - Profit Gives You Freedom, taking place from 14:00 to 15:00 on the Main Stage.
In this session, she will explore why profit matters more than many business owners realise, what taking action today really looks like, and how the Profit First methodology can completely change the way beauty businesses manage their cashflow.
Why this session matters
Designed to challenge common misconceptions around money and profitability, Simpson’s session will provide practical, actionable strategies to help business owners build stronger, more financially resilient businesses.
Her approach blends financial strategy with real-life business insight, making this session particularly valuable for those looking to grow sustainably while gaining greater control and confidence in their numbers.
You can register for free to attend the event and secure your place at this powerful session. Be sure to have a look at the complete timetable to plan your day and make the most of everything on offer.
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